Indiana University Southeast invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professorship in Latin American history, 1500-1900, to begin in fall 2014.

To be considered for the position, a candidate must have the following minimum qualifications: a PhD in history with major field in Latin American history at time of application, college teaching experience, effective oral and written communication skills, and an active research agenda. A minor field in African or Atlantic World history is desired. Teaching responsibilities consist of freshmen survey courses-The World in the Twentieth Century each semester; and Issues in Latin American history every year-and upper level courses in area of specialization. Normal teaching load (with research reassigned time) is three courses for both fall and spring semesters.

Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and three letters of recommendation by December 6th to: Dr. Yu Shen, Search Committee Chair-History, School of Social Sciences, Indiana University Southeast, 4201 Grant Line Road, New Albany, IN 47150.

IU Southeast is one of eight degree-granting campuses of Indiana University and is located minutes from downtown Louisville, Kentucky. The area is known for cultural, sports and recreational activities and has a very low cost-of-living index. IU Southeast has an enrollment of over 6000 students and offers bachelors and masters degrees in a wide range of disciplines. IU Southeast is committed to a learning environment that actively seeks to support students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. Consistent with the university’s commitment to diversity, persons from traditionally under-represented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. IU Southeast is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.

Contact:

Dr. Yu Shen, Search Committee Chair-History, School of Social Sciences, Indiana University Southeast, 4201 Grant Line Road, New Albany, IN 47150.